Snow-Bound A Winter Idyll

"Snow-Bound" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a 19th-century narrative poem that beautifully portrays the challenges and comforts of a family during a winter storm. The poem highlights the preparations a family makes as a relentless snowfall isolates them in their farmhouse and as the snow deepens, they share stories, complete chores, and remember times gone by. Through vivid descriptions and emotional language, Whittier shows love, loss, and fading time through cherished memories of people no longer with them, emphasizing the strength of the family bond. The poem crafts a feeling of nostalgia for those who read it, it is not only a picture of winter but also a reflection on family and the importance of remembrance.